Job Description

Love helping people? We\'re looking for diverse and equity minded passionate, hardworking, and self-directed people to join our team of therapists. Spark Lifecare is an innovative and award-winning inclusive and equity focused organization that matches diverse clients to the best one to one care in the community.

BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOUR ANALYST (BCBA)

Our clients are looking for BCBA services in the Ottawa East area. We are looking for BCBA or BCBA-Ds to develop, oversee, and implement behaviour plans and programming based on ABA principles and following OAP guidelines. We are looking for BCBAs with interests and experience in youth and pediatric populations, writing Behaviour Support Plans and Safety Plans, working with high-risk interfering behaviours, conducting functional analyses, and a working knowledge of the Ontario Autism Program.

You would be an awesome addition to our team if:

• You have experience working within and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and are willing to share and learn from other disciplines
• You have demonstrated skills and an interest in working with youth and pediatric populations
• You have experience in a leadership capacity and are willing to provide mentorship and training to behaviour therapists and caregivers on program implementation
• You love feeling in control of your clientele and schedule
• You have a client-centred focused approach and have the ability to manage all aspects of a caseload, including, but not limited to, scheduling, billing, and managing budgets
• You are willing to travel within the community to client homes to conduct assessments, observations, and therapy, as needed
• You are comfortable with providing clinical supervision and training to behaviour therapist
• You appreciate a tech-forward workplace because #efficiency

HOURS

20/hrs per week with the potential for 40/hrs a week
Flexible scheduling available with individual control over booking clients/availability

RATE OF PAY

Starting at $83.94 per billable hour

Paid travel time for community visits

Requirements:

• Registration as a BCBA or BCBA-D with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
• A clear Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check (within the last 12 months)
• Proof of Professional Liability Insurance, or willingness to obtain
• Valid CPR/First Aid Standard Level C certification
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training within the last 5 years is considered an asset
• Valid Drivers License and access to a reliable vehicle with a willingness to travel within the community and to clients homes
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work both independently and as a part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience managing caseloads, budgeting appropriately, arranging schedules, and leading team meetings considered an asset
• Bilingualism is an asset, but not required

Why Spark?

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible caseload and schedule
• Opportunities for growth and the potential to oversee the BCBA program
• Access to mentorship and resources to support your practice
• Access and administrative support for management softwares, online booking systems, and digital charting
• Strong administrative support and clinical direction from an experienced team
• Connection to Spark University, our sister non-profit organization, for support with professional development as an independent contractor, access to an online category of professional resources including assessments and templates to increase clinical performance and efficiency, and ongoing professional support.
• 99% paperless

Care is tailored to each person, so each position is unique. Some clients need mainly in-home support. Others require support participating in community activities. Whatever the circumstances, we want people who will genuinely care about their wellbeing.

Why Choose Spark?

At Spark, we value community, work life balance and career development. To help foster your personal and professional growth, we partner with Spark University, a non-profit focused on connecting, educating, and empowering caregivers. Spark U provides you with learning opportunities to make sure you are providing quality care for your clients. You can check them out at

Whatever our clients age, background, or circumstances, we help them choose the perfect fit from our handpicked team of passionate, skilled and committed caregivers. As a caregiver with Spark, you have a voice in the matching process. We believe that your input will foster the best long-term relationships with your clients. At Spark, youll have flexibility, autonomy and a team who truly cares about you.

Whatever your age, ability, orientation, ethnicity, race, culture, religion or gender identity - you are welcome. Our community is stronger and more vibrant when it is more diverse and inclusive.

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